Desk blotter with garlands, mahogany dark brown, silver, Italy, 1950s.
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This Italian desk blotter from the 1950s exemplifies mid-century craftsmanship, combining mahogany wood with a refined 925 sterling silver mount, hallmarked with a silversmith’s mark. The base and sides are made from smooth, semi-matte mahogany in a warm, medium-brown tone, revealing a pronounced natural grain. The top is adorned with a highly polished silver plate, featuring intricate repoussé garland and foliate motifs that run along the border, while the central handle—a substantial, rounded knob with a delicate beaded edge—serves both practical and decorative purposes. The proportions are compact (height 7.5 cm, length 12.4 cm, width 7 cm), with precise joinery between wood and silver elements. The blotter shows only mild signs of use and a subtle patina on the silver, typical for its age and gentle handling; there is no significant damage, and all components remain original and in very good condition. The object’s form transports one to mid-century Italian offices, where attention to detail and an appreciation for ornamentation complemented daily routines. The interplay of cool silver lustre and warm mahogany alludes to a world where elegance was not a goal but an organic backdrop to everyday gestures. The garland motifs and precise relief seem to narrate an era when even desk accessories carried ritual significance and reflected the owner’s status, while the gentle silver patina records the passage of time—enhancing rather than detracting from its authenticity. The blotter
DIMENSION
Height7 cm
Depth12 cm
Width7 cm
Dimension details
Width7 cm
Height7 cm
Depth12 cm
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